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News July 8, 2015

Barnes and Mullins launches 'outlet' site

Barnes & Mullins is now offering access to discount-priced, b-grade and discontinued instruments and accessories through a new online portal. The firm has decided to offer the imperfect, but saleable instruments…

MMR Staff
Jul 8, 2015
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Sound Technology takes on Seaboard distribution

Sound Technology has taken on exclusive UK  and Ireland distribution of ROLI’s quirky new-age piano synth,  Seaboard Grand. The Seabord Grand has redesigned the traditional piano keyboard as a soft,…

MMR Staff
Jul 8, 2015
News July 8, 2015

Guild reveals signature Byrds bass

Resurgent Guild Guitars has unveiled two new bass guitars at Summer NAMM, including a signature model from Byrds bassist, Chris Hillman.  The Signature Byrds Bass is based on the original…

MMR Staff
Jul 8, 2015
News July 8, 2015

First upgrade for TC's VoiceLive 3

TC-Helicon has released a major set of user-requested feature updates for its flagship processorS - VoiceLive 3 & VL3X. It is the first firmware upgrade since the release of VoiceLive…

MMR Staff
Jul 8, 2015
News July 8, 2015

Prolight + Sound Guangzhou dates firmed

After months of negotiation, China’s leading pro audio and lighting show, Prolight + Sound Guangzhou, has confirmed its 2016 show dates. Held from February 29th to March 3rd next year, the…

MMR Staff
Jul 8, 2015
News July 8, 2015

IN THE HOTSEAT WITH: Craig Glover

Marshall's very own 'Global Glove', brand director Craig Glover, who may or may not have been the hidden hand (glove?) behind an attempted coup in Thailand in 2010, is this…

MMR Staff
Jul 8, 2015
News July 7, 2015

RETAIL HACKS: Use the exterior - go BIG!

This week's Retail Hack shows how you can use the exterior of your shop and social media to great effect. You will need an 11 foot Stratocaster, mind. Ian Ruddock…

MMR Staff
Jul 7, 2015
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New NAMM report reveals global market shares

NAMM's latest Global Report has been released, revealing the estimated market value of some 23 different countries across the world. The annual publication, created by the National Association of Music…

MMR Staff
Jul 7, 2015
News July 7, 2015

Yamaha Europe takes on Protection Racket

UK drum case specialist Protection Racket has made a significant change to its European distribution network, with Yamaha Europe taking on sole distribution for the range across the continent. Distribution…

MMR Staff
Jul 7, 2015
News July 7, 2015

Barnes and Mullins boosts sales force

Barnes & Mullins has increased its sales network, recruiting Chris Walker as its new area sales manager for Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.  He has 15 years of…

MMR Staff
Jul 7, 2015
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Sound Technology offers EBS bass pedal promo

This summer Sound Technology is offering  UK dealers a free EBS Octabass Studio Edition pedal with every purchase of an EBS Reidmar with Classic Line 1x12 cabinet. The promotion is running…

MMR Staff
Jul 7, 2015
News July 7, 2015

Orange opens Summer NAMM showroom

Orange Amplification is opening a new showroom in Nashville during Summer NAMM, 9th to 10th July. The new showroom is located at 1310 Clinton Street, Suite 105, Nashville, Tennessee, 37203,…

MMR Staff
Jul 7, 2015